#873021, Listing office: Coldwell Banker American Homes
Property details
About 439 Forbell
Welcome to 439 Forbell St, Brooklyn, NY 11208—an excellent opportunity to own a classic 2-family attached brick home in the heart of East New York. This solidly constructed residence features two identical units, each offering three spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen and a bright, open-concept living and dining area ideal for comfortable family living or maximizing rental income. Move right in or invest with confidence—both units are well-designed with flexible layouts, ample natural light, and functional space for today's lifestyles. The home boasts a full-finished basement with its own separate walkout entrance, providing additional living space, recreation area, or private access for guests or extended family. Set on a 2,000 sq ft lot and offering approximately 1,720 sq ft of living space, this property is conveniently located close to local amenities, transportation, parks, and schools. Whether you’re seeking a multi-generational home, a rental investment, or owner occupancy with supplemental income, 439 Forbell St presents a rare find in a thriving Brooklyn neighborhood. Don’t miss your chance to own a wonderful brick two-family home in East New York—schedule your tour today!
Highlights
Home typeDuplex
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
BasementYes
Year built1920
MLS #889580
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $1,190,000
- Year Built: 1920
- MLS Number: 889580
- MLS Name: ONEKEY2
- Office Name: RE/MAX Luxe
- Office Phone: (347) 891-9978
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Nearby schools
5
P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•2944 Pitkin Ave
4
Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2
Public Charter KG-4
0.3 mi
•13525 79th St
4
P.S. 159 Isaac Pitkin School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•2781 Pitkin Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,955. Residents of Brooklyn, NY typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
56%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
7%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
29%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Nissan
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 439 Forbell
The listing price of 439 Forbell property is $1,190,000.
The property 439 Forbell is a multi located in Brooklyn, New York, 11208.
Active Listing: 439 Forbell is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 439 Forbell are: P.S. 214 Michael Friedsam School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Our World Neighborhood Charter School 2 (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), P.S. 159 Isaac Pitkin School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brooklyn Scholars Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), J.H.S. 218 James P. Sinnott (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), P.S. 232 Lindenwood School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), School for Classics High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Transit Tech Career and Technical Education High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert H Goddard High School for Communication Arts and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
The year of construction for 439 Forbell is 1920.
This home is located at 439 Forbell in Brooklyn, NY and zip code 11208 in the City Line neighborhood. Features: 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,190,000.
In June 2025 more than 44 listings in Brooklyn, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 293 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 155 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Brooklyn, NY decreased by 5% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 92 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,019,077.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.